THE REALITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA. REALITY TV BACKGROUND When did reality TV start? An American Family originally aired on PBS in 1971 They shot 12 episodes.

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Presentation on theme: "THE REALITY OF SOCIAL MEDIA. REALITY TV BACKGROUND When did reality TV start? An American Family originally aired on PBS in 1971 They shot 12 episodes."— Presentation transcript:

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4. What – if any – negative social/cultural issues have emerged as a result of reality TV? 16 & Pregnant, Teen Mom, The Bachelor/ette, Celebrity Rehab 5. How might staged reality shows affect your perception of reality? 6. How does editing play into how characters are perceived? QUESTIONS CONTINUED

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THE DARK SIDE OF REALITY TV Which came first, troubles or fame? Mental Problems In a study published by The Journal of Research, when celebrities were given personality tests, the results for narcissistic personalities for reality TV stars was off the charts Reality TV isnt necessarily an indicator of suicide but mental instability can be an indicator that a troubled person lacks the stability to deal with the dark side of notoriety If you fail on TV, you fail in a big way. Your life is an open book making you extremely vulnerable

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Mental issues continued Reality TV can fuel fantasy feelings of success, power & glory Drug Use/Abuse Some reality TV starts turn to drugs & alcohol as a copying mechanism to deal with pressures of reality TV In some cases, this may lead to drug overdose or suicide

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REALITY DATING Reality online? Would you participate in online dating? What would potential concerns would you have? Is it easier to express emotions/feelings/thoughts online as opposed to in-person? 8. How has dating changed over time in this online world? Consider computer/Internet, texting, avatars, etc.